Best Family Friendly Resorts in Costa Rica

Riu Palace Costa Rica

Riu brings its luxurious, Palace Level brand to beautiful Costa Rica! This hotel, fully prepared to provide the best service to its customers, has four swimming pools (one with a wet bar), a Jacuzzi, gym, steam bath, and a wellness center, Renova Spa, with different treatments and massages.The quality of the cuisine offered at the restaurants is exceptional thanks to the chefs, who prepare dishes from classic to the most exotic. You'll want to try each of the menus and thanks to the all-inclusive service; you will be able to enjoy the buffet restaurant or the four different theme restaurants. Tempt your palate with Italian, Fusion, Japanese, and Grill Steakhouse choices.

Other Pros: Enjoy a variety of activities on the beautiful beaches, such as diving or fishing in the Pacific waters. During the day, there are many entertainment choices. The hotel has volleyball, windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling equipment, and more.

Dreams Las Mareas

If your family is looking for a scenic resort, then Dreams Las Mareas is the perfect resort! The Resort faces a beautiful Costa Rican beach and behind the resort is a colorful jungle and green mountains, the views are just breath taking. When its dark out the resort offers nightly activities, your family can enjoy nightly entertainment and parents even have a chance to go to nice bars and lounges while their kids are being taken care of by the resorts babysitters with flexible hours.

Other Pros:

• They offer so many activities: Costa Rican Class and coffee demo

• Water tours and sports

• Dance Lessons

• Weekly Beach Party

Westin Guanacaste

The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal is an all-inclusive, eco-friendly hotel located in northeastern Costa Rica on the country's magnificent North-Pacific Riviera. Nestled between lush forests and the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, the resort enjoys a privileged location among Costa Rican retreats. The secluded two-and-a-half-mile Conchal Beach alongside the resort owes its name to the pristine white sand made out of tiny, crushed seashells. Here, the crystal-clear water is always the perfect temperature for swimming, snorkeling, or surfing. Featuring elegant guest villas and suites, an astonishing selection of international cuisine, and rejuvenating mind/body therapies, The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal is the ultimate location for relaxation. The utterly indulgent Royal Beach Club is designed exclusively for adults, while the Family Club delivers fun for guests of all ages. The all-inclusive, all-suite Westin Resort experience will forever transform your expectations of what a vacation should be. Recharge and refresh in luxurious rooms and suites featuring views of our lush garden or pool. You'll also enjoy a furnished balcony or terrace from which to enjoy the sea breeze. Relax in an armchair or sofa and watch your favorite shows on the 32-inch LCD TV, or connect to the internet with complimentary WiFi. Savor deep sleep in a Westin Heavenly Bed®, and wake up to a spa-like rainforest shower and separate tub. Delight your palate and nourish your body with a wealth of culinary choices at The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal. Indulge in the flavors of the world at the eight contemporary eateries. From Latin fare to Asian fusion, continental buffets to northern Italian specialties, a diverse range of world-class dining experiences are sure to stimulate your imagination and fulfill your cravings. If you are seeking something more casual, lounges and bars beckon with refreshing drinks and snacks. The resort is also pleased to offer 24-hour room service.

Other Pros: The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal is an all-inclusive resort boasting all the features and amenities you could want for a stimulating, balancing, and restful vacation. For outdoor revival, refresh in the stunning freshwater pool, play tennis day or night, or tee off at the 18-hole Reserva Conchal Golf Course (fee). Work up a sweat at the WestinWORKOUT® Gym, or indulge in a decadent treatment at the spa (fee). Non-motorized watersports are included during your stay. Need some alone time? The Westin Kids' Club keeps the little ones entertained while you reconnect with your partner. The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal is the place to make lasting memories with those near and dear to you.

Four Seasons Costa Rica

The Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo is a secluded natural sanctuary perched upon a hillside high above the Pacific Ocean. Walk along golden-sand beaches, snorkel in the beautiful sea, and kayak through a paradise of tropical vistas. 154 luxurious guest rooms and suites exude the exotic essence of Costa Rica. Bamboo furnishings and local artwork lend character to the stunning accommodations. Soak in mesmerizing views from a furnished terrace or veranda, or opt for one of 20 lavish residences that offer the comforts and conveniences of home. Find fine dining at six restaurants, including the notable Caracol, a steakhouse just a 10-minute shuttle ride from the resort's lobby. The restaurant offers incredible views of the ocean and evening stars outside, and a sophisticated-yet-friendly atmosphere within. Enjoy al fresco American dining at Congo's Bar & Grill, or Italian fare and seafood specialties at Di Mare. Order burgers after golf at CR Burger Shack, or sample local specialties by the pool at Papagayo. Be sure to get sushi and drinks at Tico's Lounge.

Other Pros:

There's always something to do at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo, with a nearby golf course, four pools, tennis, surfing, and an array of watersports on tap. Relax and experience the height of luxury at the Spa, with massages, body and facial treatments, salon services, and yoga. Children will enjoy the kids' club and family activities. No matter your age, luxury and excitement await at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo.

JW Marriott

This resort is the perfect family getaway. Each suite has a beautiful ocean view and 24 hour room service. This resort is meant for families to get spoiled and pampered. They have an abundant amount of choices that range from relaxing by the pool to treating yourself to the resorts gourmet restaurants. The resort also features an abundant amount of activities for the kids, they have choices between game rooms, babysitting, and many touring adventures in the local areas.

Other Pros:

• Lots of outdoor activities, bike trail, boating, and fishing trails.

• Local attractions: snorkeling, scuba diving, and a volcano national park

• Spa and beauty shops